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US virus deaths surpass 41,000; Boris Johnson resists easing lockdown on second wave fears
The global death toll from coronavirus has passed 165,000 and there are more than 2.4 million known cases of infection, according to the Johns Hopkins University tally.
- by Matt Bungard
Australia facing years of high unemployment as millions lose work
Three million people have lost working hours and 390,000 have lost their jobs as shutdowns aimed at stopping COVID-19 start to hit the economy.
- by Shane Wright
'Point of saturation': Social distancing messages need to change
There were just 26 cases reported on Sunday but photographs from the weekend show people may be socialising too closely, too early.
- by Rachel Clun
Virgin Australia set for collapse as bailout is rejected
Virgin Australia has been unable to survive under the weight of enormous debts - but the company may be able to be reborn.
- by Patrick Hatch, Sarah Danckert, David Crowe and Kylar Loussikian
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Aviation
Why the government isn't racing to stop airline's voluntary administration
What looks at first like the collapse of Virgin could be a necessary step to wipe the slate clean and start again.
- by David Crowe
'Ridiculously dodgy' Sydney lawyer found guilty
"He’s just dodgy. He’s just ridiculously dodgy," personal trainer Sean Carolan was heard saying of his criminal lawyer Michael Croke on an expletive-laden phone tap.
- by Kate McClymont
New rules for Facebook and Google to value news quality: ACCC
Tech giants responded angrily to news they would be forced to pay publishers for content, while the government says there is "much at stake".
- by Fergus Hunter and Zoe Samios
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In the end, Greenberg was out-manoeuvred by the best politician in Australian sport
The ARLC chairman insists he doesn't want to become executive chairman of the game after Greenberg's not-so-dramatic resignation on Monday.
- by Andrew Webster
'How can you say that?': Economist's view of virus lockdown criticised
Sally McManus rejected the idea Australia should have let the coronavirus spread to protect its economy.
- by Nick Bonyhady
In open letter to staff, Richard Branson calls for government bailout
The British billionaire said his airlines in Australia and the UK wouldn't survive the pandemic without state support.
- by Christopher Jasper
The only four pieces of workout equipment you need at home
When it comes to setting up a functional home gym, less is more, according to the pros.
- by Thomas Mitchell
UNSW graduate, Chinese Vice Minister investigated for 'severe violations'
The move comes a month after Sun Lijung played a key role in the CCP's response to the coronavirus crisis.
- by Eryk Bagshaw
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'A complete failure': Malcolm Turnbull struggled with depression after humiliation of defeat
There will be grenades. And missile strikes. Old wounds reopened. Malcolm Turnbull's new book is guaranteed to reignite the rage of a legion of haters. But the former PM says he just wants to set the record straight.
- by David Crowe
'How could he have been so stupid?': Turnbull, Joyce and the 'bonk ban'
Months before his affair with Vikki Campion became public, Barnaby Joyce assured Malcolm Turnbull that they were not in a sexual relationship.
- by David Crowe
Sydney
Daily Telegraph video 'suggested Wood got away with murder', court told
Mr Wood was acquitted of killing his girlfriend Caroline Byrne by the Court of Criminal Appeal.
- by Georgina Mitchell
Five big solar farms set to increase energy output
Grid constraints that have forced the electricity regulator to deliberately halve the output of five big solar farms in Victoria and NSW could soon be lifted.
- by Peter Hannam
NSW man arrested in Thailand on child sex abuse charges
William James Petrie, 63, was arrested in Thailand's Chachoengsao Province on Easter Saturday by the country's Crime Suppression Division police.
- by Sally Rawsthorne
Sydney Airport borrows $850 million as traffic sinks 97 per cent
Number of passengers passing through Sydney Airport has crashed as travel restrictions to combat the coronavirus pandemic put the brakes on air travel.
- by Patrick Hatch
Ruby Princess preparing to leave as passengers promised full refund
The plans for the ship's departure come as Carnival Australia confirmed it would offer a full refund to guests on the cruise.
- by Anna Patty and Jenny Noyes
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Coronavirus pandemic
Australia to use coronavirus suppression to push diplomatic weight
There is a growing push within the Morrison government to take the lead in coronavirus diplomacy as major powers battle major outbreaks.
- by Anthony Galloway and Eryk Bagshaw
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Human rights
Clooney calls on Australia to adopt new laws in the name of press freedom
- by Rob Harris
Business
Premier may delay opening stores as retailers prepare for permanent closures
Billionaire Solomon Lew's Premier Investments may delay the reopening of its stores by as much as two-and-a-half weeks.
- by Dominic Powell
World
The far-right, pro-gun Facebook trio behind US anti-quarantine protests
They have become hubs for protest misinformation - from comparing the virus to the flu to questioning the intentions of those working on a vaccine.
- by Isaac Stanley-Becker and Tony Romm
South Koreans return to work, malls and golf courses
- by Hyonhee Shin and Heekyong Yang
Opinion
Xi and Trump: insecure 'strongmen' who had nothing to offer in a crisis but vanity
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor for The Sydney Morning Herald
It pains me to say this, but when it comes to the virus app Barnaby Joyce has a point
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic at the University of Technology Sydney
If we want world-class universities we need to find a way to pay for them
Merlin Crossley
Deputy vice-chancellor academic at UNSW.
Children paying the price of library shutdowns
Ursula Dubosarsky
Author and Australian Children’s Laureate.
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Banks should extend mortgage grace period if downturn bites too hard
The six-month grace period being offered by the banks to mortgage holders may not be enough and a longer period may be needed, economists warn.
- by Jim Malo
COVID-19 prompts one in six Aussies to change living arrangements
Australians are moving back home to their parents, taking on additional housemates and even selling their homes due to the coronavirus pandemic.
- by Kate Burke
Life & Culture
Del Kathryn Barton to start Puff, the Magic Dragon film 'by end of year'
The two-time winner of Australia's top portrait painting prize isn't about to let coronavirus get in the way of her feature film debut.
- by Karl Quinn
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Savage cuts save cricket only $3m as states question cash crisis
As further details emerged about Cricket Australia's financial position, cricket's states believe the dire warnings from the governing body have been overblown.
- by Chris Barrett
Peter V'landys: I don't want Todd Greenberg's job as NRL chief exec
The ARLC chairman insists he doesn't want to become executive chairman of the game after Greenberg's not-so-dramatic resignation on Monday.
- by Andrew Webster
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Greenberg resigns NRL post, with more big names set to follow
Todd Greenberg has stepped down from the chief executive role, but the bloodletting at the NRL is only just beginning.
- by Adrian Proszenko
Players call for 'root and branch' transformation of rugby after reaching pay deal
Professional rugby players made a strong statement after finally agreeing to a wages cut with Rugby Australia.
- by Sam Phillips
Socceroos legend Mark Schwarzer calls for removal of state federations
The former Premier League goalkeeper has labelled the nine state member federations as the biggest problem in Australian football.
- by Dominic Bossi
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ATP Tour
John Millman urges wealth rethink as Djokovic declares anti-vax stance
On a strange day in the tennis lockdown universe, the world No.1 showed himself to be an anti-vaxxer while John Millman spoke of the cavernous wealth gap.
- by Phil Lutton
The contenders to replace Todd Greenberg as NRL top dog
Two NRL club bosses have emerged as contenders to replace Todd Greenberg as one of his executive team takes on the role on an interim basis.
- by Adam Pengilly
Have Your Say
Bulls doco will be top TV, but Jordan fans may not like what they see
Michael Jordan was one of the biggest sporting stars on the planet in his heyday. But a new documentary is set to shock his legion of fans.
